Achieving quota requires having the right people aligned with sales objectives and the right processes to get your desired results. On the other hand, distractions, time wasting activities, and zero time scheduled for training and development leads to a variety of unintended consequences. A voice from outside your sales organization can ask critical questions to keep performers focused on the important tasks that are aligned with sales goals. When working with your organization I would ask the following of each of your producers… What are you trying to accomplish in the next 6 months? One year? Two years? This requires understanding personal aspirations. Have a consistent, two-way dialogue based on trust. This impacts sales retention. What part of your job is most challenging, and why? Sales is an ego driven business, yet all salespeople have blind spots in addition to their strengths. Rate yourself on a scale of 1-10 (1...